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Recipes from Alastair Hendy's Home Cook

Alastair Hendy's Home Cook is definitely one for the book shelf. It's filled with definitive recipes of classic dishes, from Chinese Crispy Duck to the perfect Steak Supper.

As a reference, this book has it all but you'll also find more modern dishes like Fresh Tomato Tart with Pesto and Sticky Asian Chicken with Chill Herb Salad.
Here are five dishes for you to try:
Fragrant Persian Chicken Pilaff

Fragrant Persian Chicken Pilaff

The flavours of cardamom, cloves, saffron and cinnamon infuse this satisfying one-pot, rice and chicken supper. Try the recipe.
Creamy Chicken and Ham Pie

Creamy Chicken and Ham Pie

A flaky puff pastry pie with just a handful of ingredients creates a simple and classic version of this much-loved dish.
Lasagne 1970s style

Lasagne 1970s style

The addition of salami or bacon makes this lasagne a savoury and moreish treat. Making the most of your store-cupboard ingredients, this is a simple recipe that's great for informal entertaining.
Baked Rice Pud

Baked Rice Pud

A rich, milky dessert that provides the ultimate comfort food. The golden crusts hides the creamy grains of pudding rice with just the subtlest hint of nutmeg.
Glossy Chocolate Profiteroles

Glossy Chocolate Profiteroles

Puffed up balls of choux, crammed with rich double cream and smooth, rich chocolate sauce. With Alastair's simple method, making choux need never seem scary again - and what results!

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